The Leadership Vibe

Are you HAPPY? A simple "yes' or "no" answer to a powerful question that determines your quality of life. If your answer to the question is not a shout out loud YES, has to be explained or you need time to decide, it's time to refresh you dreams and vision.

Here are 8 steps to jump start your next big dream.

1.Create a vision.

Where do you want to be? Create the biggest, most audacious vision you
can think of and make it juicy. Make it
dripping juicy so that you can sense, feel and experience all the emotions that
go along with experiencing your dream.

Without a vision, we let our circumstances create our life. With a
vision, we create our circumstances. In a business, a shared vision allows all
the team players to know where the company is headed and what their future
holds. Without this, life for the team becomes routine and a day-to-day
experience.

2.Incorporate all parts of your life.

When creating a fabulous business vision, imagine how other aspects of
your life will be incorporated. As an example, if you have children, a spouse
or partner, how do you see them in this jaw-dropping life you are creating?

3.Write it down - Legitimize yourself!

Pick a time where you will not be interrupted. Turn on your favorite
music (or not) and write down an unedited, ultimate, juicy, sensual and moving
description of your vision. Remember, it is for this point of time in your
life, and you can change it in the future.

4.Incorporate what motivates you.

If you are inspired by a quote, a picture or article, keep that with your
written vision.

5.Chunk it down.

A lot of great ideas, leading edge technology and magnificent companies
were never created because the dream was so big, the creator did not know how
to manage it. Trying to jump from concept to realization is like trying to light a big
log in the fireplace with a match. I invite you to start with the kindling.
Break down your vision into smaller and more manageable pieces. What is your
kindling?

6.Create your road map.

Using your internal GPS and knowledge, plan how you are going to get to
where you would like to be. Seek out advice. Get involved in groups and events in your field of interest. Some people like to use
the intention and manifestation process and let things happen organically. Some
like to write a plan. Remember that your plan doesn’t have to be 50-100 pages.
It could be one or two pages or whatever serves you.

7.Do something, anything!

Everyday do something that works on getting you closer to your vision.
Some things may seem small but they may turn into big, brilliant fires that
will ignite your passion. Start your day fueling your passion.

8.Acknowledge your progress.

Don’t let the bumps in the road define who you are. Keep moving forward. I
can bet that right now, you are already doing things towards your vision. Take
the time to acknowledge yourself for things that you are doing every day
towards your vision.

A former
milkshake machine salesman, Ray Kroc saw the potential to sell more mixers with
every new restaurant that opened. At the age of 59, Ray purchased a company
that we know today as McDonalds. The rest is history.

Harland
Sanders, at the age of 65, found himself penniless. He went on the road to sell
his chicken to restaurants trying to get them to buy his seasoning packets.
Legend has it that there were 1009 no’s before he heard his first yes.

It’s never
too late. You can accomplish anything you want in life and at any age. You are
the Source!

Creating a culture in your business or work environment that allows individuals to thrive adds to the company's distinctive value and bottom line. As a leader, are you trying to mold your up and coming leaders or develop them from their individuality?

Here is a great example of Southwest Airlines allowing individuals to thrive:

Inspired leadership starts with individual integrity. Take an inventory of your thoughts and actions to see if they are congruent with your highest values. Ask yourself, "Am I being the best example of what I expect in others?"